Early Life and the Seeds of Innovation Paul Jackson Pollock, born in Cody, Wyoming, in 1912, was a restless spirit from the very beginning. His early life was marked by constant movement as his father, LeRoy Pollock, pursued work as a land surveyor across the vast landscapes of the American West. This itinerant existence instilled in young Pollock a deep connection to the natural world and an exposure to diverse cultures – particularly through encounters with Native American art during those surveying trips. These experiences left an indelible mark on his artistic vision, subtly shaping his…